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Senior Director, Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA)
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
A&M's Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA) team is composed of seasoned tax professionals experienced in providing practical tax advice to corporate buyers and sellers throughout the transaction life cycle. By utilizing an integrated approach with A&M professionals with deep operating and financial-related experience, the team uses a focused and tailored approach to rapidly identify and understand potential deal breakers, value drivers, and other areas of specific interest to our clients. Our professionals advise on all aspects of M&A, including structuring, due diligence, and post-deal integration, as well as core tax planning matters such as internal restructurings, tax attribute modeling and planning, and other strategic initiatives—helping clients navigate complex transactions and optimize outcomes. The team has significant experience supporting both buy- and sell-side transactions, as well as planning engagements, across industries including healthcare, financial institutions, energy, technology, and consumer products.
How you will contribute
As a member of the A&M CTTA team, you will:
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of complex tax concepts and apply that knowledge to client situations;
- Lead the development and delivery of tax planning approaches, ensuring high-quality, timely, and responsive client service that meets and/or exceeds expectations;
- Oversee tax due diligence efforts, including review of tax returns, financials, and other tax documentation to evaluate potential tax risks and opportunities;
- Strategize and execute post-merger integration strategies;
- Develop and deliver complex tax models, tax benefit analysis, and stock basis calculations;
- Advise on and provide strategic insights on tax aspects of purchase agreements;
- Lead coordination across state and local and international tax teams, as well as financial and operational due diligence team members; and
- Build, cultivate, and maintain senior-level client relationships, and support business development initiatives.
Qualifications
- CPA, JD (with bachelor's degree in accounting, preferred), Master's in Taxation, or LL.M. in Taxation
- At least 9 years of relevant experience in a mergers & acquisitions, tax structuring, due diligence, international tax planning, and other core tax planning practices at a Big 4 firm, Big Law firm, or similar firm
- Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting
- Strong understanding of the consolidated return regulations, tax-free reorganization provisions and cross-border tax planning considerations
- Strong writing, analytical, research, Excel, and organizational skills
- Ability to leverage emerging technologies (e.g., AI-enabled tools) to enhance analysis, workflow efficiency, and client deliverables.
- Strong communication, presentation, project management, and business development skills
- Strong sense of personal initiative and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment.
Your journey at A& M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M's benefits programs.
The salary range is $175,000 - $225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
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Senior Director, Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA)
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
A&M's Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA) team is composed of seasoned tax professionals experienced in providing practical tax advice to corporate buyers and sellers throughout the transaction life cycle. By utilizing an integrated approach with A&M professionals with deep operating and financial-related experience, the team uses a focused and tailored approach to rapidly identify and understand potential deal breakers, value drivers, and other areas of specific interest to our clients. Our professionals advise on all aspects of M&A, including structuring, due diligence, and post-deal integration, as well as core tax planning matters such as internal restructurings, tax attribute modeling and planning, and other strategic initiatives—helping clients navigate complex transactions and optimize outcomes. The team has significant experience supporting both buy- and sell-side transactions, as well as planning engagements, across industries including healthcare, financial institutions, energy, technology, and consumer products.
How you will contribute
As a member of the A&M CTTA team, you will:
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of complex tax concepts and apply that knowledge to client situations;
- Lead the development and delivery of tax planning approaches, ensuring high-quality, timely, and responsive client service that meets and/or exceeds expectations;
- Oversee tax due diligence efforts, including review of tax returns, financials, and other tax documentation to evaluate potential tax risks and opportunities;
- Strategize and execute post-merger integration strategies;
- Develop and deliver complex tax models, tax benefit analysis, and stock basis calculations;
- Advise on and provide strategic insights on tax aspects of purchase agreements;
- Lead coordination across state and local and international tax teams, as well as financial and operational due diligence team members; and
- Build, cultivate, and maintain senior-level client relationships, and support business development initiatives.
Qualifications
- CPA, JD (with bachelor's degree in accounting, preferred), Master's in Taxation, or LL.M. in Taxation
- At least 9 years of relevant experience in a mergers & acquisitions, tax structuring, due diligence, international tax planning, and other core tax planning practices at a Big 4 firm, Big Law firm, or similar firm
- Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting
- Strong understanding of the consolidated return regulations, tax-free reorganization provisions and cross-border tax planning considerations
- Strong writing, analytical, research, Excel, and organizational skills
- Ability to leverage emerging technologies (e.g., AI-enabled tools) to enhance analysis, workflow efficiency, and client deliverables.
- Strong communication, presentation, project management, and business development skills
- Strong sense of personal initiative and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment.
Your journey at A& M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M's benefits programs.
The salary range is $175,000 - $225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
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Document your advanced degree credentials early
PERM requires your employer to advertise the role at your actual education level. If your degree is from a foreign institution, get a credential evaluation completed before the job offer so the PERM filing reflects the right requirements from day one.
Target employers with in-house tax departments
Companies large enough to have a dedicated tax department are far more likely to sponsor green cards than boutique firms. Financial services, energy, pharmaceutical, and Fortune 500 technology companies regularly file PERM applications for senior tax roles.
Search green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate
Filter Tax Director roles by employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces this data so you can prioritize companies that have already sponsored senior tax professionals rather than starting cold outreach with unknown employers.
Understand the EB-2 advanced degree route for your profile
Tax Directors with a master's degree in taxation, accounting, or a related field typically qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration counsel will structure the PERM job requirements around your actual qualifications, so confirm your degree classification with them before the recruitment phase begins.
Ask about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing timing
Once USCIS approves your I-140 petition, you can file for adjustment of status concurrently if a visa number is immediately available. For most countries outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates for Tax Directors are current or close to current, which shortens the wait considerably.
Verify prevailing wage compliance before accepting an offer
DOL requires your employer to pay the PERM prevailing wage for the Tax Director role in the specific work location. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code for your role before signing, since underpaying triggers PERM denial.
Green Card Tax Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tax Director role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Tax Director positions typically qualify for EB-2 sponsorship when the role requires a master's degree or equivalent in accounting, taxation, or finance. Employers who structure the minimum requirements around a bachelor's degree plus experience may file under EB-3 instead. The category your employer uses depends on how the PERM job requirements are drafted, not solely on your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Tax Director?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization period. There is no annual cap lottery at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, and once your I-140 is approved, your status is portable under AC21 after 180 days. H-1B visa is time-limited, lottery-dependent, and must be renewed, whereas an approved PERM petition locks in your priority date regardless of employer changes after that threshold.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a Tax Director?
The PERM recruitment and audit process at DOL currently averages well over a year for analyst review cases, though standard processing can be faster. After PERM certification, USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition, which takes several months without premium processing. For applicants from most countries other than India and China, adjustment of status or consular processing can follow relatively quickly once a visa number is available.
Where can I find Tax Director jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Tax Director roles filtered by employers with documented PERM and I-140 sponsorship history. Focusing on companies that have already gone through the PERM process for senior tax professionals saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship willingness only after an interview offer.
Can my employer sponsor my green card while I'm on an H-1B as a Tax Director?
Yes. Your employer can begin PERM labor certification while you hold H-1B status. This is one of the most common paths for senior tax professionals already working in the U.S. Under AC21 portability rules, once your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, you can also change employers as long as the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification.